Spit test could spot HPV throat cancer early
NCT ID NCT05524025
First seen Jan 26, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study tested a new saliva test that looks for DNA from HPV and a related virus to detect HPV-positive throat cancer. Researchers compared results from 360 people—some with cancer and some without—to see how accurate the test is. The goal is to develop a simple, non-invasive way to screen for this type of cancer.
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Locations
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Brigham & Woman's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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